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Donald Trump lashes out at reporter asking about DC shooter

Donald Trump lashes out at reporter asking about DC shooter

Summary

President Donald Trump became upset with a reporter who questioned him about holding the Biden administration responsible for a shooting in Washington, DC. An Afghan evacuee is accused in this incident, and when the reporter brought up background checks, Trump called the reporter a "stupid person."

Key Facts

  • President Trump is the current U.S. President.
  • A shooting occurred in Washington, DC.
  • An Afghan evacuee is accused of killing a National Guard member in this shooting.
  • President Trump blamed the Biden administration for the shooting.
  • A reporter asked Trump about federal vetting, which means background checks done by the government.
  • Trump responded by calling the reporter a "stupid person."

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